Brad Smith discusses Citizens United and corporate political spending in this WSJ editorial.
Day: February 27, 2010
Prospect of anonymous political speech worries some
The Times reports that the prospect of anonymous support of candidates worries some. For the first time, though, as a result of [Citizens United], corporations will be able to spend unlimited amounts of money on advertisements expressly advocating for a candidate’s election or defeat. The ruling also clears the way, for the first time, for […]
Barbara Streisand on public financing and Citizens United
Barbara Streisand endorses the Fair Elections Now Act in this Huffington Post editorial. This alternative campaign finance system would create a more competitive playing field, allowing more women and candidates of diverse backgrounds to pursue elected office. This system finally gives the power back to the people! Imagine the quality of candidates that would seek […]